Thursday, January 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Billings. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The annual 4-H Yellowstone County fruit sale in Billings, Mont. supports local youth by funding scholarships, clubs, and workshops through fresh fruit sales. KULR8
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Blaze Pizza on 24th Street W in Billings, Montana has permanently closed, marking the end of the chain's presence in the state. KULR8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three seats on the Billings School Board are open for the upcoming May election in Districts 3, 5, and 7, with McCulloch not seeking re-election. Billings Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montana's House Bill 83 aims to enhance funding for the MMIP task force via a special revenue account to elevate resources for missing and murdered Indigenous people. KTVQ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Three Yellowstone County residents, including a man in his 50s, a woman in her 80s, and a man in his 60s, have died due to the influenza, amidst a seasonal uptick in cases and hospitalizations. City of Billings
- ➤ A new men's sober living facility, operated by Tim Raykowski and supported by community partnerships, is set to open in Billings to assist individuals with their recovery journeys. KULR8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Billings West girls basketball team, led by juniors Reagan Soucy and Brooklyn Pierce, and sophomore Maisie Heggem-Prinkki, has achieved a 7-0 start to the season despite graduating a large senior class. KTVQ
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Fusion Fight League: Kick Off 2025 in Billings
Experience an electrifying fight night in Billings with the Fusion Fight League, featuring VIP seating options and cocktail service.
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Onyx Storm Release Party at Barnes & Noble
This event celebrates the release of Rebecca Yarros' third book in The Empyrean Series, requiring proof of purchase for attendance.
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Rhapsody & Romance Concert by Billings Symphony Orchestra
The Billings Symphony Orchestra presents a concert featuring Rhapsody & Romance by composer Clyne, alongside works by Rachmaninoff and Prokofiev, conducted by Anne Harrigan at the Alberta Bair Theater.
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Anna Clyne: A Night of Piano and Classical Music
This musical event features pianist Tanner Jorden performing works by Anna Clyne, Sergei Prokofiev, and Sergei Rachmaninoff at the Alberta Bair Theater.
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MSU Billings Jazz Festival Concert Featuring Jazz and Mambo Orchestras
The event will showcase performances by the MSU Billings Jazz Orchestra and a full-size Mambo Orchestra, led by Professor John Roberts.
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Billings Job Fair - Career Opportunity Fair
The Billings Job Fair offers a platform for employers to connect with potential candidates through automated screening and interview scheduling.
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Club 90s: 2000s Throwback Party
A lively throwback party featuring 2000s music, encouraging attendees to dress in their Y2K outfits.
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Sweethearts Market - Unique Gifts at Shiloh Crossing
The Sweethearts Market offers a variety of unique gifts suitable for loved ones and features local vendors, including reusable bag sellers.
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Arc: A Montana Dance Collective - Night 1: The Big Game
This immersive dance performance celebrates themes of school spirit and romance through dance, with an after-party featuring music from the last 60 years.
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Lodge Breakfast Gathering at IHOP - Westend
A no-host breakfast gathering for fellowship at IHOP in Billings, welcoming members of all ages.
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